5 winter maternity essentials ($100 Target giveaway!)

And the winner is #151 Patricia Wojnar Crowley who said, “I love the Dressy essentials from Liz Lange for Target.”

Congrats Patricia! Be on the lookout for an email from me soon. Enjoy!

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About a week after finding out I was pregnant with baby #3, I started to stress about my wardrobe.

I’ve never been pregnant in the winter. Only in summer when skirts, sundresses and flip flops make everything simple.

Would I have to buy a new coat to fit my big belly? Would my feet be too swollen to wear my winter boots? Do they even make maternity tights? The thought of starting from scratch was daunting.

Determined not to spend a ton on a wardrobe I would only wear for a few months, I went straight to Target where I knew I could get ton of good quality essentials from their Liz Lange line for a reasonable amount of cash. For around $150 (after my Target Red Card and Cartwheel discounts – which I highly recommend!) I was able to pick up quite a few essentials that will allow me to mix and match my way through the winter months.

Essentials like …

1. Long-sleeve basic tees– I have been living in Liz Lange tees like this one since early on in the second trimester. They come in many colors are made of a thick and soft cotton fabric with just the right amount of stretch so they’re not baggy but not tight. Just perfect. And the length is ideal for covering the belly in the front and the “back” in the back. ($14.99)

2. Tank tops – These hard working essentials are perfect for layering under cardigans or even low cut tees. Like the tees, the basic tanks ($7.78 – $12.99) are made of durable soft fabric and are long enough to peek out below your tees. (I hate short tank tops!) I use them to help camouflage my new outie belly button or minimize that annoying Urkel line when I wear pants with the ginormous band. I’ve also heard many moms gushing about the Liz Lange nursing tank tops ($16.99), so don’t forget to think ahead and grab a few of those before baby gets here.

3. Dresses or skirts – I’m not a big fan of dressing up, even when I’m not pregnant. But to avoid the tearful “I have nothing to wear” freak out moment over the holidays, I recommend having at least one or two dressy options in your closet. I chose this cute and simple black dress ($29.99) and pencil skirt ($24.99). Both are very comfortable, especially the skirt which is easy to pair with a sweater and a pair of knee-high boots.

4. Lounge pants or leggings – Whether you’re working out, shopping, sitting by the fire at home or running errands, you will get a ton of use out of lounge pants or leggings ($16.99 – $24.99). When you find the right size, grab two so you can go back and forth without worrying about having to do laundry. I also recommend adding a sporty zip up jacket ($29.99) that will keep you warm and cover your growing belly.

5. Cardigans – Having one or two cozy cardigans will save your life. They help you add an extra layer to keep you warm outside, but are easy to take off if you get too hot. They look great with everything from jeans to dresses and provide extra coverage over tighter fitting clothing if that’s a concern. The ultimate essential. ($14.99 – $17.99)

Here are a few of the fun looks I created using essential items from the Liz Lange collection. All items featured are from Target. Click on each slide or the links below the images for more information.

TIP: Don’t forget to make the most of your money by signing up for Target’s new Cartwheel app. I was able to get 25% off of all things Liz Lange which was a nice chunk of change! This coupon expires this Saturday, November 30 so you still have time.

Also, if you are a frequent Target shopper you should look into getting a Red Card, which just links through to your bank account like a debit card, not a credit card. I get 5% off my entire bill every time I shop and other nice perks like free shipping at Target.com. If you’re there as much as I am this adds up quickly!

Want to stock up on essentials? Enter our Liz Lange giveaway!

One lucky winner is going to receive a $100 Target Gift card provided by Target. To enter, tell us your favorite winter maternity essential from the images above before Tuesday, December 3 at 11:59 p.m. EST. We will choose one winner by random drawing and announce at the top of this post before Thursday, December 5. Winner will be notified by email and must respond within 72 hours to claim prize. If the response is not received within that time, a new winner will be chosen.

Good luck!

Legal: No purchase necessary. Open to legal residents of the 50 US and DC, 18 or older. Sweepstakes ends Tuesday, December 3, 2013 at 11:59 p.m. ET. Employees of BabyCenter, Target and Liz Lange and their families are not eligible. Void where prohibited. Winner should allow 6 – 8 weeks for delivery after the close of the contest. For the Official Rules, which govern, click here.

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That dress looks like I could dress it up or down for work, church, or other events.

Mami2jcn

I love the cardigan.

Brooke

I love the tank top and cardigan. Can wear it with skirt/nice pants for work or with jeans to dress it down a little. I am in the same boat. Baby #3 and first time going through winter pregnant. I need to go shopping!

Love them all, really like the sweaters. #3 on the way, and need maternity clothes BAD!! been very cold, and showing way more then previous pregnancy’s

Heather

I love the first picture with the boots. Flat boots are a must for me in winter and pregnant. Cozy, warm and SAFE! Plus if you find the right pair they go with almost anything! Plus you could make that outfit a little dressed up with some nice skinny jeans for a family gathering.

Tracy M.

Cardigans, cardigans, cardigans! I love them- they’re stylish, they look cute, and they’re functional. Cardigans are the best. It gets cold here (in northern Ohio) and sweaters are a must for anyone.

Isha

Love the dress – its perfect for a comfortable but busy day at work or a evening out with friends/family.

Allison

The long sleeve tees are so comfortable.

Nina Carranza

I love picture #5 with the jeans shirt and boots. I love classy casual!

Leslie

I love the cardigan!

Seren

I believe a good, comfy cardigan is one of the most essential parts of a winter maternity wardrobe! I always have one close by.

Jessica

Love love love cardigans!

Jessica

Love the long, drapey cardigans!!

Kate M

Both cardigans and lounge pants are my favorites right now! It is that time of year when you just want to get cozy on the couch! I love the cardigans that you can wear now that have the drape in the front and that you can wear after the baby is born as well! Thanks for the chance to win!

Vanessa Coker

I love the opaque tights shown in the second picture. Looks so comfy with the high waist band and perfect for winter because, for some reason, the tip of my belly is always colder than the rest of my body 🙂

Alice Anderson

Long Sleeve Basic Tees!

alessandra paciullo

Lounge pants so comforty for my growing belly

Stephanie

I love the tank tops and long sleeved tees. I love long shirts!

Cj

Sweatshirts and slippers.

Nichole

Leggings are my go to for the winter, especially while pregnant! Throw on a sporty hoodie or a slouchy sweater and some cute boots and it’s the perfect look for any winter day!

Tamara

Tunics and comfortable maternity jeans! 🙂

Ashley

I love the maternity tights my favorite thing to wear!! I also love the long sleeve essential tees go great with any pants and can wear as casual or dress them up!!!

Janet

Love the comfy sweater and lounge pants. Perfect for relaxing at home!

jaime

The cozy essentials are my favorite. Nothing beats being warm and comfy in below freezing temps!